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23-022-16
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August 10, 2016

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SUBJECT:
Creaks, Rattles, Squeaks Or Seal Gaps From My Sky Roof Panels
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves performing various repair procedures to the My Sky roof panels.
MODELS:
2015 - 2016

(BU)

Jeep Renegade

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles within the following markets/countries:
NAFTA, LATAM, EMEA and APAC.
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles on or before December 22, 2015 (MDH
1222XX) equipped with My Sky Manual Roof Panels (Sales Code GWB) or My
Sky Power Roof Panels (Sales Code GWN).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some customers may describe various noises coming from the My Sky roof panels,
handle, or latch, as well as seal gaps between the panels.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above, perform the Repair
Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty.

Part No.

Description

2

68324708AA

Bracket

1

68324707AA

Pad Stop

1

68324502AA

Spacer

1

68324500AA

Lever

1 (AR)

05019060AA

Grease NYE 880 Gel

1 (AR)

04773427

Mopar Weather Strip Lubricant

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NOTE: Each tube of NYE grease will service one vehicle.
NOTE: Mopar Weather Strip Lubricant is considered a shop supply, not on Claim.

SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
NPN

80 and 100 Grit Sandpaper

NOTE: Sandpaper is considered a shop supply, not On Claim.

NOTE: This bulletin contains eight different repair procedures. It is recommended
technicians read through and understand this bulletin before starting the
repairs.

REPAIR PROCEDURES:
CAUTION: Failure to follow the steps below to remove the My Sky roof panels may
result in damage to the roof panels:
A. Remove the front roof panel by inserting the My Sky key into the
latch key hole.
B. Rotate and keep the key turned to the symbol to release the lock
and pull the panel handle down and away from the stowed position,
unlocking the roof panel.
C. Remove the key from the latch key hole.
D. Remove the roof panel from the outside of the vehicle and place on
suitable clean table.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A: For vehicles built up to and including June 30, 2015 (MDH
0630XX) equipped with My Sky Power Roof Panels (Sales Code GWN) - Start repairs
at step 1 and complete all repairs for power roof panels.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B: For vehicles built up to and including June 30, 2015 (MDH
0630XX) equipped with My Sky Manual Roof Panels (Sales Code GWB) - Start
repairs at step 17 and complete all repairs for manual roof panels.

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REPAIR PROCEDURE C: For vehicles built between July 01, 2015 (MDH 0701XX) and
September 18, 2015 (MDH 0918XX) equipped with either My Sky Manual Roof Panels
(Sales Code GWB) or My Sky Power Roof Panels (Sales Code GWN) - Start repairs at
step 25 and complete all repairs to the end of this bulletin.
REPAIR PROCEDURE D: For vehicles built between September 19, 2015 (MDH
0919XX) and September 23, 2015 (MDH 0923XX) equipped with My Sky Power Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWN) or My Sky Manual Roof Panels (Sales Code GWB) - Start
repairs at step 36 and complete all repairs to the end of this bulletin.
REPAIR PROCEDURE E: For vehicles built between September 24, 2015 (MDH
0924XX) and September 28, 2015 (MDH 0928XX) equipped with My Sky Power Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWN) or My Sky Manual Roof Panels (Sales Code GWB) - Start
repairs at step 43 and complete all repairs to the end of this bulletin.
REPAIR PROCEDURE F: For vehicles built between September 29, 2015 (MDH
0929XX) and November 16, 2015 (MDH 1116XX) equipped with My Sky Power Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWN) - Start repairs at step 50 and complete all repairs to the
end of this bulletin.
REPAIR PROCEDURE G: For vehicles built between September 29, 2015 (MDH
0929XX) and December 09, 2015 (MDH 1209XX) equipped with My Sky Power Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWN) or My Sky Manual Roof Panels (Sales Code GWB) - Start
repairs at step 58 and complete all repairs to the end of this bulletin.
REPAIR PROCEDURE H: For vehicles built between December 09, 2015 (MDH
1209XX) and December 21, 2015 (MDH 1221XX) equipped with My Sky Power Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWN) or My Sky Manual Roof Panels (Sales Code GWB) - Start
repairs at step 62 and complete repair to the end of this bulletin.

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CAUTION: Failure to mask bracket position may result in bracket not aligning
properly and roof panel not fully latching or sealing.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A: Steps 1 through 7 apply to My Sky POWER Roof Panels
(Sales Code GWN) only.
NOTE: Left side bracket shown, right side bracket similar.
1. Replace both roof panel brackets. Remove the front roof panel from the vehicle. Set
the panel on bench using a clean, soft cloth to protect the outer surface.
2. Using masking or equivalent tape, mask around the current bracket position (Fig. 1).
3. Remove and discard three Torx screws from the bracket (Fig. 1).
4. Remove and discard the bracket from the roof panel (Fig. 1).
5. Install new bracket (P/N 68324708AA) on the roof panel with three new Torx screws
(Fig. 1). Tighten Torx screws to 3.5 N·m (30 in. lbs.).
6. Remove and discard tape (Fig. 1).

Fig. 1 Bracket Taped
1 - Torx Screw
2 - Bracket - #68324708AA
3 - Roof Panel
4 - Tape

7. Install the front roof panel on the vehicle.

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8. Apply weather strip lubricant. Place the ignition in the ON position and completely
open the roof panel by pushing the switch. Place the ignition in the OFF position.
9. Using a clean cloth, wipe off primary seal to clean the surface (Fig. 2).
10. Using a brush or equivalent, apply weather strip lubricant (P/N 04773427) evenly
across the entire primary seal surface (Fig. 2).

Fig. 2 Weather Strip Lubricant
1 - Primary Seal
2 - Lubricant
3 - Brush

11. Place the ignition in the ON position and close the roof panel by pushing the switch.
Place the ignition in the OFF position.
12. Unlatch and remove the rear roof panel.
13. Place the ignition in the ON position and open the roof panel to the vent position by
pushing the switch. Place the ignition in the OFF position.

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14. With the front roof panel in the vent position, clean and lubricate the remaining portion
of the primary seal not accessible when the front panel was in the completely open
position (Fig. 3).

Fig. 3 Rear Portion Of Primary Seal
1 - Primary Seal
2 - Roof Panel

15. Place the ignition in the ON position and close the roof panel by pushing the switch.
Place the ignition in the OFF position.
16. Install the rear roof panel on vehicle.

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REPAIR PROCEDURE B: Steps 17 through 24 apply to My Sky MANUAL Roof Panels
(Sales Code GWB) only.
17. Apply weather strip lubricant. Remove the front panel from the vehicle. Set the panel
on bench using a clean, soft cloth to protect the outer surface.
NOTE: Right side Torx screws shown; left side screws similar. Both sets of Torx
screws must be removed.
18. Remove two Torx screws from the roof panel frame (Fig. 4).

Fig. 4 Right Side Screws
1 - Torx Screws
2 - Roof Panel Frame

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19. Manually slide the roof panel frame rearward to access the primary seal (Fig. 5).

Fig. 5 Frame And Primary Seal
1 - Roof Panel Frame
2 - Primary Seal

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20. Using a clean cloth, wipe off the primary seal to clean the surface (Fig. 6).
21. Using a brush or equivalent, apply weather strip lubricant (P/N 04773427) evenly
across the entire primary seal surface (Fig. 6).

Fig. 6 Weather Strip Lubricant
1 - Primary Seal
2 - Lubricant
3 - Brush

22. Manually slide the roof panel frame frontward and seat onto the primary seal.
23. Install two Torx screws on roof panel frame. Tighten Torx screws securely.
24. Install the front panel on the vehicle.

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REPAIR PROCEDURE C: Steps 25 through 35 apply to both My Sky MANUAL Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWB) and My Sky POWER Roof Panels (Sales Code GWN).
NOTE: Do not remove the roof panel for this repair. There is an encapsulated nut
holding the handle in place and if the roof panel is placed upside down, the
handle Torx screw will not fasten to the nut. Repair must be done in vehicle.
25. Replace handle. Using the My Sky key, open and unlatch the front roof panel handle.
26. Using suitable tool, remove handle cover by evenly pulling cover downward from the
handle base.
27. Verify that all handle cover clips are fastened to cover. If clips are still fastened to
handle base, remove the clips and install back on handle cover (Fig. 7).

Fig. 7 Cover Handle Clip

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28. Place the handle in the open position and disengage the spring arm from the yellow
lever (Fig. 8).
29. Remove the Torx screw from the yellow lever (Fig. 8).
30. Remove and discard the yellow lever from the handle base (Fig. 8).
31. Install new blue lever (P/N 68324500AA) on handle base with Torx screw (Fig. 8).
Tighten Torx screw to 3.5 N·m (30 in. lbs.).
32. Install spring arm on the lever (Fig. 8).
33. Partially close the roof panel handle (Fig. 8).
34. Install the handle cover to handle base (Fig. 8).
35. Close the roof panel handle (Fig. 8).

Fig. 8 Spring And Lever Assembly
1 - Handle
2 - Handle Base
3 - Lever - #68324500AA
4 - Torx Screw
5 - Spring Arm

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REPAIR PROCEDURE D: Steps 36 through 42 apply to both My Sky MANUAL Roof
Panels (Sales Code GWB) and My Sky POWER Roof Panels (Sales Code GWN).
36. Re-torque Torx screw. Using the My Sky key, open and unlatch the rear roof panel
handle.
37. Using suitable tool, remove handle cover by evenly pulling cover downward from the
handle base.
38. Verify that all handle cover clips are fastened to the cover. If clips are still fastened to
the handle base, remove the clips and install back on handle cover (Fig. 9).

Fig. 9 Cover Handle Clip With New Lever
39. Remove the roof panel from the vehicle. Set the panel on bench using a clean, soft
cloth to protect the outer surface.

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40. While holding open the lever, check Torx screw for a noticeable gap between screw
and latch base (Fig. 10).

Fig. 10 Lever Opened Exposing Torx Screw
1 - Lever
2 - Torx Screw
3 - Latch Base